Nova Gorica, Slovenia 🇸🇮
#1650
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Nomad Score:
62%
💰 Cost & Affordability
💸 Cost of Living
61%
Weight: 150
Moderately affordable compared to Western European standards, cheaper than Ljubljana but more expensive than Eastern European cities.
🏠 Accommodation Cost
58%
Weight: 80
Rental prices are reasonable but limited supply can push prices higher, especially for short-term stays.
🍎 Food & Groceries
65%
Weight: 40
Local markets and supermarkets offer affordable fresh produce; dining out is moderately priced.
🚌 Transportation Cost
72%
Weight: 20
Public transport is affordable with good regional bus connections; local transport costs are low.
🎟️ Entertainment Cost
54%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife and entertainment options; prices are moderate but fewer venues reduce variety.
🏋️ Gym Membership Cost
60%
Weight: 10
Gyms are available with average pricing, slightly cheaper than larger Slovenian cities.
💱 Currency Stability
95%
Weight: 30
Eurozone membership ensures high currency stability and low exchange rate risk.
💻 Digital Nomad Essentials
🚀 Internet Speed
83%
Weight: 100
Reliable high-speed fiber internet available, with average speeds around 100-200 Mbps.
👥 Coworking Spaces Availability
41%
Weight: 40
Few coworking spaces exist; options are limited compared to major cities.
☕ Cafes with WiFi
67%
Weight: 30
Several cafes offer free WiFi, though quality and speed vary.
💻☕ Digital Nomad Friendly Cafes
52%
Weight: 30
Some cafes are digital nomad-friendly but lack dedicated workspaces or power outlets.
🌟 Digital Nomad Popularity
33%
Weight: 100
Not a well-known digital nomad hotspot; low community presence.
📱 Local SIM Card Availability
85%
Weight: 25
Easy to purchase prepaid SIM cards with good data plans.
🌟 Quality of Life
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
80%
Weight: 30
Slovenia generally offers good work-life balance with relaxed lifestyle and nature access.
🌳 Environmental Quality
87%
Weight: 15
Clean environment with low pollution and proximity to natural parks.
🧼 Cleanliness
89%
Weight: 10
City and surroundings are well-maintained and clean.
🗨️ Language Barrier
50%
Weight: 30
Slovene is the official language; English is moderately spoken especially among younger people.
💨 Air Quality
85%
Weight: 15
Generally good air quality due to low industrial activity and green spaces.
👨👩👧👦 Family Friendly
72%
Weight: 25
Good for families with parks and safe neighborhoods.
🏥 Healthcare
🏥 Healthcare Quality
78%
Weight: 20
Healthcare services are good with well-trained professionals, though facilities are smaller than in capital.
💉 Healthcare Affordability
75%
Weight: 25
Public healthcare is affordable; private options are more costly but still reasonable.
🏥 Healthcare
77%
Weight: 20
Accessible healthcare with decent infrastructure and emergency services.
🌿 Climate & Environment
☀️ Weather
62%
Weight: 80
Mild continental climate with warm summers and cold winters; some rain throughout the year.
🌪️ Natural Disaster Risk
79%
Weight: 10
Low risk of major natural disasters; occasional minor earthquakes possible.
🏞️ Green Spaces
88%
Weight: 10
Abundant parks and natural areas nearby, including proximity to Triglav National Park.
❄️ Air Conditioning
34%
Weight: 15
Air conditioning is not common in residential buildings; summers can be warm but manageable.
🍂 Seasonal Variety
71%
Weight: 10
Distinct four seasons with snowy winters and warm summers.
🔊 Noise Pollution
78%
Weight: 10
Low noise pollution due to small city size and limited traffic.
🎭 Culture & Entertainment
🎭 Culture
73%
Weight: 20
Rich local culture with festivals, museums, and historical sites.
🌃 Nightlife
40%
Weight: 15
Limited nightlife options; mostly small bars and local pubs.
🏞️ Outdoors & Nature
90%
Weight: 15
Excellent access to hiking, cycling, and nature activities in surrounding areas.
🗣️ Language Learning Opportunities
55%
Weight: 10
Some language schools available; Slovene is challenging but courses exist.
🧭 Local Experiences & Tours
64%
Weight: 10
Moderate availability of local tours and cultural experiences.
🎳 Indoors Fun
48%
Weight: 10
Limited indoor entertainment options such as cinemas or theaters.
🍎 Food & Fitness
🍽️ Food Scene
63%
Weight: 25
Good local cuisine with traditional Slovenian dishes; limited international variety.
🧠 Yoga Studios
45%
Weight: 10
Few yoga studios available; more options in larger nearby cities.
🏋️ Fitness Facilities
59%
Weight: 15
Basic gyms and fitness centers available but limited variety.
🥗 Healthy Food Options
67%
Weight: 15
Fresh produce widely available; organic and health food stores present but limited.
💼 Work Environment
🕰️ Time Zone Favorability
86%
Weight: 20
Central European Time zone is convenient for European and some US clients.
🤝 Networking Opportunities
38%
Weight: 25
Limited digital nomad and startup networking events locally.
💻 Remote Job Opportunities
42%
Weight: 20
Local remote job market is small; most opportunities come from outside Slovenia.
🆓 Freelance Ecosystem
39%
Weight: 20
Freelance community is small and not very visible.
🏢 Coworking Quality
40%
Weight: 30
Coworking spaces are basic with limited amenities.
📈 Business & Economy
🚀 Startup Scene
45%
Weight: 15
Small startup presence; more vibrant in Ljubljana.
💳 Local Payment Services
70%
Weight: 10
Good banking infrastructure with common digital payment options.
🔗 Blockchain & Crypto Adoption
50%
Weight: 15
Moderate interest but limited local adoption and services.
🚆 Transportation
✈️ Airport Connectivity
37%
Weight: 30
Nearest major airport is Ljubljana (about 1 hour away); local airport has limited flights.
🚇 Public Transit
65%
Weight: 20
Decent regional bus services; no local train station.
🚶 Walkability
74%
Weight: 20
Compact city center with pedestrian-friendly streets.
🚗 Ride-sharing Services
43%
Weight: 15
Limited availability of ride-sharing apps like Uber; taxis are available.
🚲 Cycling
70%
Weight: 10
Cycling infrastructure is developing; good for recreational cycling.
🚄 Intercity Travel Options
60%
Weight: 15
Bus connections to nearby cities are frequent; train options limited.
🛵 Scooter/Bike Rental Availability
35%
Weight: 10
Few rental options for scooters or bikes within the city.
📡 Connectivity
📱 Mobile Network Coverage
84%
Weight: 20
Strong 4G and growing 5G coverage throughout the city and surroundings.
🔒 VPN Reliability
87%
Weight: 20
Reliable internet infrastructure supports stable VPN connections.
⚡ Power Grid Reliability
90%
Weight: 15
Stable and reliable electricity supply with minimal outages.
📶 Public WiFi Availability
55%
Weight: 10
Public WiFi is available in some public spaces but not widespread.
⚖️ Legal & Administrative
🛂 Visa Ease
68%
Weight: 40
Schengen visa rules apply; relatively straightforward for EU and many other nationals.
📊 Tax Friendliness
50%
Weight: 30
Moderate tax rates; not specifically optimized for digital nomads.
🗣️ Freedom of Speech
92%
Weight: 15
Strong protections for freedom of speech and press.
🏛️ Political Stability
88%
Weight: 20
Stable democratic government with low political risk.
🏦 Ease of Opening Bank Account
60%
Weight: 15
Possible for foreigners but requires paperwork and local address.
📄 Ease of Business Registration
65%
Weight: 10
Relatively straightforward process with some bureaucracy.
📄✈️ Digital Nomad Visa Availability
0%
Weight: 35
No specific digital nomad visa currently available.
🌍 Digital Nomad Community
🌍 Nomad Friendly
40%
Weight: 50
Limited infrastructure and community for digital nomads.
🤝 Nomad Events & Meetups
25%
Weight: 25
Very few or no regular digital nomad meetups or events.
🌐👥 Online Community Presence
30%
Weight: 20
Minimal online presence or forums dedicated to digital nomads in Nova Gorica.
🛡️ Safety & Tolerance
🛡️ Safety
89%
Weight: 100
Very safe city with low crime rates.
♀️ Female Friendly
80%
Weight: 50
Generally safe and welcoming for women travelers.
✊ Racial Tolerance
70%
Weight: 50
Moderate racial tolerance; some cultural homogeneity but generally respectful.